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Device Support

 

This page covers everything related to devices at Cohasset Public Schools — whether you're setting up a personal device to connect to our school network, dealing with a broken school-issued Chromebook, or figuring out how to print from home. If you need help that isn't covered here, submit a help desk ticket or contact your school office.

School Issued Devices

CPS has a Chromebook loaner program for students who need a laptop either for long term or short term. Please note Cohasset Public Schools prioritizes the loan of a Chromebook based on financial need. If you qualify for the Free & Reduced lunch program please fill out this form to share this information with the appropriate departments. 

Sharing Information With Other Programs

If you need a Chromebook loaner please fill out this form:

CPS Chromebook Loan Application

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Device Requirements for Cohasset Middle/High School

The Cohasset Middle/High School implements a BYOD program in grades 6 through 12. In the chart below we are providing you with the basic requirements that a device needs to function within our learning environment at CMHS.

Type of Device
Windows Laptop Apple Laptop Recommended: Chromebook Not a Cell Phone
Device Specifications
Screen Size Memory Battery Life WiFi Capacity Web Browser

Minimum 10.1"

Recommended: 11.6" or larger

Chromebook: 4 GB RAM or higher

Other laptops: 8 GB RAM or higher

 Minimum 8 hour life Devices must support 2.4 GHz for connectivity Google Chrome

Additional Specifications

  • Up to date software (Do not use Operating Systems that are no longer serviced)
  • Licensed devices and software only

Other Considerations

  • Durable Carry Case with Identification
  • Insurance
    • Generally available at time of purchase 
    • Recommended as the district will not be responsible for theft, damage, or loss of student owned equipment 

Be aware that all devices and software will reach an end-of-life date. At that time due to either hardware or software limitations, manufacturers will no longer support future updates to a given device or Operating System (OS). For questions on how long a particular device, new or used, will be supported, check with the representative who you purchase the device from.

Connecting a Personal Device (BYOD)

What is BYOD?

Students may connect personal devices, laptops, tablets, or phones, to the Cohasset school network. To do this, a one-time security certificate must be installed on your device. This certificate allows your device to connect securely and ensures the district's content filtering applies. The process takes about five minutes.

Note: This certificate is only in effect while connected to a BYOD Network. If the certificate is not installed, users will not have effective access to the internet while on the CHS or CMS BYOD Networks.

Choose your device to get started

Once installed, connect to the "CHS-BYOD" or "CMS-BYOD" network using your district credentials. Your username for either BYOD network will be your firs initial, last name, and the last two digits of your YOG(ex. MMouse27) and your password will be the same as your Google password. The certificate does not need to be reinstalled unless you reset your device or reinstall your operating system.
 

Troubleshooting personal device connections

  • My device says "certificate not trusted" - Click on one of the above device links to install the security certificate on your device.

  • I installed the certificate but still can't connect - If you have not already done so restart your device. Also, double check that you followed the directions for installing the certificate.

  • I reset my device and now it won't connect - You may need to reinstall the security certificate. See the instructions above.

  • Who do I contact if none of this works? - You can reach out to help desk either by using the help desk form or emailing helpdesk@cohassetk12.org

Printing

BYOD Printing

For Chromebook Users: You must be logged in to your Chromebook with your Cohasset Public Schools District Google Account.

For Windows and Mac Users: You must be logged in and Synced to the Chrome Browser with your Cohasset Public Schools District Google Account. 

  1. Please Click Here to connect to the Learning Commons Printer (This page will read "Set Up Printing on Your Chromebook" at the top even if on Windows or Mac)
  2. Allow the following page a moment to load and refresh, It will then read "You are now connected and ready to print"
  3. You will now see the Learning Commons printer as an option for printing within Google Chrome

Printing from a school-issued device

School printers are available to students and staff on the school network. Printers are added automatically to school-issued devices. If a printer isn't showing up, submit a help desk ticket.

Printing from a personal device (students only)

BYOD devices can print to the student printer in the Learning Commons at CHMS once connected to the correct BYOD network with the certificates installed.

Device care tips

  • Use the provided case or sleeve - most damage happens in backpacks without protection
  • Charge nightly - a dead device at school disrupts the whole day
  • Keep food and drinks away from devices
  • Clean the screen with a soft dry cloth only — no cleaning sprays
  • Close the lid gently - hinges are the most common repair
  • Don't stack heavy items on top of a closed laptop

Need more help?

  • Submit a help desk ticket - CPS Help Desk
  • Contact your school office
  • Email IT support directly — helpdesk@cohassetk12.org
  • Check ITS Updates for known issues — ITS Updates